micro-commit

Group unstaged Git changes into context-based micro-commits.

Updated Feb 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gendosu/agent-skills --skill micro-commit
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: micro-commit
Source: https://github.com/gendosu/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/micro-commit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gendosu/agent-skills --skill micro-commit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Groups large code changes into context-based micro-commits to improve reviewability and rollback safety.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Group changes by context (feature, bug fix, refactor)
  • Stage and commit per group following a .gitmessage template
  • Enforce one-commit-per-context discipline for clearer history
  • Ideal for incremental development, code reviews, and CI traceability

Quick Start

Use the git-operations-specialist skill to analyze unstaged changes and create context-based micro-commits.

Frequently Asked Questions about micro-commit

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I group unstaged git changes into context-based micro-commits?

Grouping unstaged git changes into context-based micro-commits involves analyzing the working tree and staging changes by file type, feature, layer, or purpose. This enforces one-commit-per-context discipline for clearer history and safer rollbacks.

What is the best way to split large code changes for code review?

Splitting large code changes for code review is best achieved by grouping modifications into context-based micro-commits. This technique separates features, bug fixes, and refactors into individual commits, significantly improving reviewability and CI traceability.

How does a micro-commit workflow improve version control and rollback safety?

A micro-commit workflow improves version control and rollback safety by enforcing one-commit-per-context discipline. Grouping changes by feature or layer ensures that rolling back a specific modification does not undo unrelated unstaged work in the repository.

Do I need the git-operations-specialist skill to create micro-commits?

Yes, creating micro-commits requires the git-operations-specialist skill. It analyzes the unstaged changes in your repository working tree and executes git status and git add commands to stage groups following a .gitmessage template.

Can I enforce a specific commit message format when staging micro-commits?

Yes, you can enforce a specific commit message format when staging micro-commits by using a .gitmessage template. The workflow stages changes per context group and generates commit messages strictly following this template structure.

What are the limitations of automating micro-commits in a Git repository?

Automating micro-commits is limited by its reliance on the git-operations-specialist skill and access to the repository working tree. It requires unstaged changes to be distinctly groupable by file type, feature, layer, or purpose to maintain separation of concerns.